4Days Private Tour Peloponesse, Delphi, Arahova, Hosios Loukas from Athens

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Our 25 years experience and the combination of stunning natural scenery and the legacy of a

fascinating and diverse cultural heritage of Pelloponesse-Delphi and Hosios Loukas makes this 4days trip from Athens an irresistible

option. You will discover the fascinating historical, cultural and geographic landscape of the regions

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Duration: 4 days
Starts: Spata, Greece
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours



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Our 25 years experience and the combination of stunning natural scenery and the legacy of a

fascinating and diverse cultural heritage of Pelloponesse-Delphi and Hosios Loukas makes this 4days trip from Athens an irresistible

option. You will discover the fascinating historical, cultural and geographic landscape of the regions

Itinerary

Day 1: Visit Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, Myceane, Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus and overnight in Nauplion

Stop At: Corinth Canal, Isthmia, Loutraki 201 00 Greece
Depart from and drive along the coast line until we reach the Corinth Canal where we will make a brief stop.

The Corinth Canal connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnese from the Greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island.

ls considered one of the great engineering accomplishments of Greece.

The canal was dug through the Isthmus at sea level and has no locks. It is 6.4 kilometres (4 mi) in length and only 21.4 metres (70 ft) wide at its base. The canal was constructed from 1880 to 1893, however, it is something that shipowners and captains had dreamed about for some 2000 years before it became a reality.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos), Argous 105 Ancient Korinthos village, Corinth 200 07 Greece
Ancient Corinth’s location was of great strategical and economic importance. It was located between the Saronic and the Corinthian gulf, in the narrow band of land which joins the central Greek land with Peloponnesus. In this way, it had the control of the ships which carried out the trade between eastern Greek and Italy, as well as the control of the entrance to Peloponnesus
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Archaeological Site Mycenae, Mycenae 21200 Greece
Mycenae is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Mycenaeans, was a civilization made up of herdsmen and warriors, prevailed in the south of Greece from approximately 1600 – 1100 BCE . Mycenae has been excavated by Heinrich Schliemann, who attempted to locate the legendary city of Troy and his led him to unearth a treasure trove of fortified palace complexes, burial tombs, and a cache of gold and bronze items comparable to the tomb of Tutankhamen.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The Great Theatre of Epidaurus, Ethniki Odos Isthmou Archaias Epidavrou, Epidavros 210 52 Greece
The ancient Theatre of Epidaurus dates back to 4th century BC and is one of the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece, but is undeniably unique for a multitude of reasons. It is argued that the Theatre of Epidaurus is the grandest and best preserved in all of Greece,

For several centuries, the theatre of Epidaurus has been home to the theatrical arts, offering audiences ancient drama plays and comedies, as well as performances of opera, dance and classical music.

The Asklepieion of Epidaurus as an important healing center, considered the cradle of medicinal arts and the mother sanctuary of the plethora of other Asklepieia that were built throughout the Hellenic world.

The sanctuary of Epidaurus was named after the god of medicine, Asklepios, and pilgrims came from all over the Mediterranean seeking healing for their ailments through physical and spiritual means
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Nafplio, Nafplio, Argolis Region, Peloponnese
Nauplion is divided into the old city with its neoclassic buildings, picturesque streets, middle age fountains and Constitution Square. Was the capital of the newly formed Greek state from 1828 to 1834, when this role passed to Athens. It is a colourful town with culture, history and natural beauty.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Visit Temple of Apollo Epikourios , Ancient Olympia and overnight in Olympia

Stop At: Temple of Apollo Epikourios, Bassae, Skliros 270 61 Greece
This famous temple to the god of healing and the sun was built towards the middle of the 5th century B.C. in the lonely heights of the Arcadian mountains. The temple, which has the oldest Corinthian capital yet found, combines the Archaic style and the serenity of the Doric style with some daring architectural features.

Is an exceptionally large, well-preserved and mysterious Classical temple.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Archaeological Site of Olympia, Archea Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece
Visit the Archaeological Site with Temples of Zeus and Hera and the Ancient Olympic Stadium, where the First Olympic Games in 776 B.C. were held.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Olympia, Archaia Olympia, Olympia 27 065 Greece
Visit the New Archaeological Museum of Olympia and see among others the Sculpture Masterpieces of Hermes by Praxitelis and the Nike (Victory) by Paionios.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Visit Delphi and overnight in Delphi

Stop At: Delphi Greece
Delphi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

Welcome to the grandeur of Delphi, where nature and ancient ruins blend in an extraordinary way, enhancing the beauty of one another against a setting of mountains, terraces and trees. Located on the slopes of Mount Parnassos, hundreds of feet above the sea, it is easy to see why Delphi was once believed to be the center of the earth.

Before you reach the archaeological site of Delphi and its Museum, a short stop at the traditional picturesque village of Arachova is a must!

Take your chance to lay back and listen to your driver as he ,on the way to your destination, he tells you the fascinating history of the Sanctuary of Apollo, the paved Sacred Way, and the Doric temple of Apollo. Admire the Theatre and the Stadium, used for the main events of the Pythian Festival, located on terraces above the Temple. To the right of the entrance to the Sanctuary is the Kastalian Fountain, where Pythia washed before speaking her prophecies. Across and below the road from the Spring you will find the Marmaria or Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, with the conspicuous building of Tholos.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 4: Visit Arachova, Hosios Loukas monastery and return back to Athens

Stop At: Arachova, Arachova, Boeotia Region, Central Greece
The most cosmopolitan mountain village in Greece has for years been gracing the glossies. Celebrities in après-ski styles, families, couples hand-in-hand, young groups of friends, hikers and nature lovers enjoy their holiday in the number one winter destination in Greece.

Arachova has a panoramic view, uphill small houses and the cobbled streets show a picturesque architecture. The town center includes a huge and steep cliff, the Bell Tower, covered with dense ivy. At the top of the tower is a large 10m height clock. Arachova is famous for its black wine, its “brusque”, the colorful textiles, carpets and rugs, handicrafts and woodcut creations as well.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Monastery of Hosios Loukas, Distomo 32005 Greece
Hosios Loukas is a historic walled monastery situated near the town of Distomo, in Boeotia. It is one of the most important monuments of Middle Byzantine architecture and art, and has been listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites.

The foundation of the monastery is related with the presence of the local Osios Loukas, who was an ascetic here in the last years of his life, from 946/7 to 953. He was a gifted man, who made miracles and had the gift of prophesy.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.



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